Nursing Profession Essay

The American Nurses Association defines nursing as, “Nursing is a profession within the health care sector focused on the care of individuals, families, and communities so they may attain, maintain, or recover optimal health and quality of life.” I strongly believe I was born for the nursing profession. Caring for others has been embedded in my soul. Over the years I have ignored my calling and pursued Accounting, but my inner soul would not allowed me to continue in this profession. I love to interact with people and providing a helping hand to those in need as always brought some form of gratification to my life. My decision to become a nurse was greatly influenced by my beautiful mother. Over the years I have seen the compassion, warmth

I am so eager to learn, gain the experience, and be the advocate for my patients. I have learnt so must already and I know this is just the beginning. I want to make that difference in someone’s life. “Nursing has a disciplinary goal to contribute to the health of individuals and the overall health of society,” (McCurry, Revell & Roy, 2009). Continue to keep the line of communication open between the healthcare team, patient and family. Communication also plays an integral role in recovery of patients. Keeping patients abreast of their healthcare give them the sense of independent and make healthcare decisions.
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McCurry, M. K., Revell, S.H., Roy, C. (2009). Knowledge for the good of the individual and society: linking philosophy, disciplinary goals, theory, and practice. Nursing